Verified October 10, 2026 against the statutes, regulations and sources cited below. The state decides every application. All states
What suppliers miss in Florida
- A location that supplies only diabetic monitors and disposable supplies, such as diabetic, ostomy, urological and wound care supplies, does not need an HME license.
- Each location needs at least $250,000 per claim in professional and commercial liability insurance.
- Unlicensed activity is a misdemeanor and a violation of Florida's Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.
Does Florida require a DME supplier license?
A license is required to provide home medical equipment and services in Florida, with a separate license for each premises. It reaches anyone who advertises the equipment or accepts physician orders for it. Pharmacies, home health agencies, hospitals and manufacturers not selling to consumers are exempt.
- DME or HME license
- Home Medical Equipment Provider License
- Issued by Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
Citation: Fla. Stat. 400.91 to 400.953; Fla. Admin. Code ch. 59A-25
Do out-of-state suppliers shipping into Florida need a license?
Any out-of-state location offering equipment that requires services to Florida consumers needs its own license. An out-of-state applicant must show accreditation, or a pending application with full accreditation proven within 120 days, and keep it to stay licensed.
- Covers out-of-state suppliers
- No Florida location required
Citation: Fla. Admin. Code 59A-25.002(1)(d); Fla. Stat. 400.931(2)
What does a Florida DME license cost?
- Initial: $304.50 licensing fee per location plus a $400 inspection fee if one is required (as of October 2026)
- Renewal: $304.50 every two years per location, plus the $400 inspection fee if required (as of October 2026)
Citation: Fla. Admin. Code 59A-25.002(3); Fla. Stat. 400.931(5)-(6)
How often does a Florida DME license renew?
- Renews every two years
Who must be on staff at a licensed Florida location?
Personnel get Level 2 background screening, and the licensee must report a change of general manager to AHCA.
Citation: Fla. Stat. 400.953; 400.931(4)
Does Medicare accreditation count in Florida?
AHCA accepts a non-provisional accreditation survey, or a valid medical oxygen retail establishment permit, in place of its own periodic licensure inspections. Out-of-state locations must be accredited.
Citation: Fla. Stat. 400.933(2); 400.931(2)
Which product licenses can apply in Florida?
- Medical oxygen retail establishment permit (Department of Business and Professional Regulation, chapter 499)
Licensing in Florida?
We confirm what Florida requires for the products you sell, prepare the application and every attachment for your owner or officer to sign, and track it to a decision. A state DME license is $699 per state.